UX Designer Salary in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality

Port Elizabeth has a manufacturing sector and automotive plants. Living costs are lower than Johannesburg. Salaries reflect the regional industry.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R180,000 to R260,000

Average (per year)

R220,000

Graduates begin their careers at agencies or manufacturing firms and receive modest starting salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R260,000 to R380,000

Average (per year)

R320,000

Designers with experience in automotive or local tech companies work in the region.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R380,000 to R520,000

Average (per year)

R450,000

Managers working for established employers hold senior positions.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R520,000+

Lead designers at large firms, including automakers, work on major projects.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

R90 - R130

per hour

Mid-level

R130 - R180

per hour

Senior

R180 - R260

per hour